Canadians are falling deeper into debt, with Equifax reporting Wednesday that they are carrying an average of $20,891 in non-mortgage loans. But is all debt simply a burden or are some types better than others?

CBC News, Kazi StastnaDecember 2014

"If you're going to take on debt, what you want is for it to actually be helping you achieve something or to increase your asset base." says Certified Financial Planner, Ayana Forward.